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Surreal Estate: $3.5 million for a Niagara-on-the-Lake farmhouse sitting on a staggering 28-acre vineyard

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Surreal Estate: $3.5 million for a Niagara-on-the-Lake farmhouse sitting on a staggering 28-acre vineyard

What rural dwelling would be complete without 18-foot ceilings, a billiards room, a walnut grove, and its own Gamay, Riesling and Cab Sauv grapevines?

Urbs vs. Burbs: Six families defend their visions of the ideal life in and around the GTA

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Urbs vs. Burbs: Six families defend their visions of the ideal life in and around the GTA

A backyard or a neighbourhood park? An hour on the GO or a 15-minute walk to work? A micro-condo or a roomy detached home? Buying or renting for life? The debate around where—and how—to live in the GTA is white hot

Urbs vs. Burbs: "We can entertain our entire family, and no one complains about parking"

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Urbs vs. Burbs: “We can entertain our entire family, and no one complains about parking”

Burlington resident Amanda Dindayal explains why life outside Toronto is best for young families

Cottage of the Week: $4.3 million for a Muskoka estate with enough hardwood to make Hogwarts jealous

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Cottage of the Week: $4.3 million for a Muskoka estate with enough hardwood to make Hogwarts jealous

The 6,800-square-foot escape also has stained glass windows, a sunroom, a wine cellar, and a jumbo backyard with a pool and a hot tub

Urbs vs. Burbs: "I was afraid Etobicoke would be boring, but raising our kids here is a dream"

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Urbs vs. Burbs: “I was afraid Etobicoke would be boring, but raising our kids here is a dream”

Growing up west of Toronto, Caitlyn McDonald felt constrained by suburban life. Now, she's starting her own family there—and loving it

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Urbs vs. Burbs: "We live twice as far from downtown but can get there in a third of the time"

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Urbs vs. Burbs: “We live twice as far from downtown but can get there in a third of the time”

Scarborough die-hard Jeff Carolan on leaving Queen Street in search of more space for his growing family—and feeling more connected to the city than ever

House of the Week: $4.4 million for a manor in the Bluffs with a bunkie out back

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House of the Week: $4.4 million for a manor in the Bluffs with a bunkie out back

The 5,000-square-foot property sits on half an acre of land and comes with five bedrooms, two terraces, soaring ceilings and cottage-like charm

Urbs vs. Burbs: "Finding a daycare spot was a breeze, and it's half the price of downtown"

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Urbs vs. Burbs: “Finding a daycare spot was a breeze, and it’s half the price of downtown”

Richmond Hill resident Leila Parkhomenko on the benefits of decamping from the core

Urbs vs. Burbs: "I live where I want, and I have peace of mind knowing I won't default on a mortgage"

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Urbs vs. Burbs: “I live where I want, and I have peace of mind knowing I won’t default on a mortgage”

Rent-for-lifer Deanne Marsh on why downtown living beats being tied down by home ownership

Condo of the Week: $7.4 million for a Yorkville penthouse inspired by Parisian art deco

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Condo of the Week: $7.4 million for a Yorkville penthouse inspired by Parisian art deco

The 3,200-square-foot property comes with a private elevator, a 900-bottle wine rack, maple everywhere and 1,000 square feet of terraces

Rental of the Week: $4,000 to live inside Humber Bay Shores' tallest tower

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Rental of the Week: $4,000 to live inside Humber Bay Shores’ tallest tower

The 1,200-square-foot unit has two bedrooms, hotel-like amenities and a 40-foot balcony with a marina view that can't be beat

House of the Week: $2.8 million for a Beaconsfield Village century home hidden by a wall of greenery

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House of the Week: $2.8 million for a Beaconsfield Village century home hidden by a wall of greenery

The 3,000-square-foot Victorian comes with period pieces, dramatic beams and arches, beautiful barn boards, and a hidden pool in the backyard

House of the Week: $7 million for a red-brick by Casa Loma with a staircase that looks like a sculpture

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House of the Week: $7 million for a red-brick by Casa Loma with a staircase that looks like a sculpture

At 4,400-square-feet, the property also comes with five bedrooms, soaring arches, enormous windows and a huge backyard

Surreal Estate: $5 million for an Etobicoke beach house with a Malibu-like view

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Surreal Estate: $5 million for an Etobicoke beach house with a Malibu-like view

What 4,000-square-foot suburban bungalow would be complete without five bedrooms, two kitchens, two decks and a closet you could live in?

Condo of the Week: $1.7 million for a West Queen West unit with a pandemic-proof oasis on its roof

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Condo of the Week: $1.7 million for a West Queen West unit with a pandemic-proof oasis on its roof

The 1,500-square-foot property comes with hidden doors, 10-foot ceilings, three bathrooms and Japandi flair

Five reasons why property surveys are crucial for Toronto homeowners

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Five reasons why property surveys are crucial for Toronto homeowners

A home is the one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, so it’s important to protect your investment

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Surreal Estate: $1.2 million for a Brantford century home once owned by the Conklin carnival clan

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Surreal Estate: $1.2 million for a Brantford century home once owned by the Conklin carnival clan

What Edwardian red-brick would be complete without a circus-tent ceiling and a bench swing as well as its original grapevine mouldings and grand staircase?

House of the Week: $4.8 million for a Bellwoods Victorian recently restored to its former glory

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House of the Week: $4.8 million for a Bellwoods Victorian recently restored to its former glory

At 3,500 square feet, the property comes with four bedrooms, 10-foot ceilings, heated marble floors and a swanky garage in the backyard

A cutting-edge approach to residential wellness is happening in Toronto

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A cutting-edge approach to residential wellness is happening in Toronto

World-class amenities at The One allow you to nurture your health and happiness right at home

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Before and After: How a $360,000 renovation transformed a Junction shack into a sparkling family home

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Before and After: How a $360,000 renovation transformed a Junction shack into a sparkling family home

Goodbye, muddy floors, ’70s panelling and dilapidated shed. Hello, airy interiors, bespoke cabinets and EV-ready garage

Surreal Estate: $10 million for a Kleinburg villa with a car elevator to a secret lair

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Surreal Estate: $10 million for a Kleinburg villa with a car elevator to a secret lair

And what small-town home would be complete without 10,000 square feet of underground space, a cigar room and a kitchen as long as a bowling alley?

House of the Week: $5.5 million for a Caledon estate with three storeys, two living rooms and an elevator

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House of the Week: $5.5 million for a Caledon estate with three storeys, two living rooms and an elevator

At 8,200 square feet, the property also comes with marble all over, an 800-square-foot loggia and a backyard the size of a soccer pitch

Expect the unexpected from Toronto’s newest condominium community

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Expect the unexpected from Toronto’s newest condominium community

Introducing The Leaside, a highly sought-after residence in the heart of historic downtown

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Surreal Estate: $28 million for a humongous North York mansion off Bayview with a 40-seat home theatre

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Surreal Estate: $28 million for a humongous North York mansion off Bayview with a 40-seat home theatre

What 21,000-square-foot fortress would be complete without 12 parking spots, a commercial-grade wine room, a 72-foot balcony and a tennis court?

Just Listed

For Sale: 171 Durant Ave

For Sale: 171 Durant Ave

This rare property features 2 houses on 1 lot

For Sale: 50 First Avenue

For Sale: 50 First Avenue

A testament to time presiding over one of Uxbridge's most storied streetscapes, this magnificently preserved circa 1880 residence commands its prominent corner lot with the quiet confidence of a true architectural landmark

For Sale: 7 Bentley Drive

For Sale: 7 Bentley Drive

A commanding architectural statement in prestigious Stonegate–Queensway, this newly completed custom residence by Bali Homes Group presents a refined interpretation of contemporary luxury living

The Chase

How this couple scored a semi for $80,000 under asking

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How this couple scored a semi for $80,000 under asking

The wish list: two storeys, three bedrooms and a backyard in the east end. The budget: $950,000

These 30-somethings searched east, north and west for their starter home

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These 30-somethings searched east, north and west for their starter home

On their wish list: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, transit proximity and ground-floor green space for their Samoyed, Brie

How the owner of a Yorkville salon found a gorgeous apartment right downtown

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How the owner of a Yorkville salon found a gorgeous apartment right downtown

Tired of running into clients on her days off, Rebel and Beauty owner Olga Onulov decamped for the core

How this renter made the leap to ownership after a demoviction

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How this renter made the leap to ownership after a demoviction

When Nathan Dodds found out his rental unit in an Annex fourplex was being redeveloped, he started hunting for a condo of his own

When the condo market went cold, these 20-somethings pounced to buy their starter home

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When the condo market went cold, these 20-somethings pounced to buy their starter home

By late 2024, Toronto’s glut of condos had created a buyer’s market, so Anna and Ethan set a budget of $750,000 and began their search

After getting priced out of Toronto, this couple found their dream home down the QEW

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After getting priced out of Toronto, this couple found their dream home down the QEW

The wish list: two bathrooms, two bedrooms and two parking spots. The budget: $850,000

This single mom managed to save money while landing a family-friendly home for her young kids

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This single mom managed to save money while landing a family-friendly home for her young kids

“I didn’t realize how much I needed community until I found this place”

This bachelor wanted to be free from roommates. He found his new place just down the street

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This bachelor wanted to be free from roommates. He found his new place just down the street

“I was lucky to stay in the neighbourhood,” says data scientist Akshay Kapoor. “The people here are so nice”

These house hunters saw three homes in the same complex. Here’s how they picked the winner

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These house hunters saw three homes in the same complex. Here’s how they picked the winner

Newlyweds Daniel and Breanne found a range of housing options just up the street

This couple needed more space for their growing boys. They found it a short walk from their Liberty Village condo

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This couple needed more space for their growing boys. They found it a short walk from their Liberty Village condo

“Moving into this house has felt like a warm, fuzzy hug”

The Chase: They wanted out of the rental market, so they did what comedians do best—they improvised

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The Chase: They wanted out of the rental market, so they did what comedians do best—they improvised

Kris Siddiqi and Aurora Browne (of Baroness von Sketch fame) were renting a four-bedroom on Ossington with their 14-year-old son. When their landlord informed them that the building would be sold, they set out to search for a home of their own

The Chase: This couple wanted a bigger home for their soon-to-be-born baby

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The Chase: This couple wanted a bigger home for their soon-to-be-born baby

They never imagined they’d find one so fast

The Chase: This couple raced to find a west-end starter home before the birth of their first child

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The Chase: This couple raced to find a west-end starter home before the birth of their first child

Alexandar and Sarah wanted to start a family and had been saving for a larger place, setting their sights on the west end north of St. Clair. With a budget of $800,000, they began their search